1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion tC weights approximately 353 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Cortina | tC |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
